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Word: Parrotlike

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "parrotlike" describes something that is repeated or imitated without understanding, similar to how a parrot mimics human speech. When someone speaks in a parrotlike way, they might be repeating words or phrases without really thinking about what they mean.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "parrotlike" to describe behavior or speech that is mechanical or lacks genuine understanding.
• It can refer to people, animals, or even actions that mimic without comprehension.

Examples:

1. Simple Example: "The student answered the questions in a parrotlike manner, repeating what the teacher had said without really grasping the concepts."
2. Advanced Example: "His parrotlike recitation of the speech made it clear he had not engaged with the material on a deeper level."

Word Variants:

• Parrot: The bird that mimics sounds, which is the root of the word "parrotlike."
• Parroted (verb): The past tense of "parrot," meaning to repeat someone else's words without understanding.

Different Meanings:

• "Parrotlike" can also describe a voice quality that sounds high-pitched or repetitive, similar to the sound a parrot might make.

Synonyms:

• Mimicking
• Imitative
• Repetitive
• Mechanical

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Copycat": This idiom refers to someone who imitates another person’s actions or words, similar to "parrotlike."

Additional Notes:

• While "parrotlike" often has a negative connotation, suggesting a lack of understanding, it can sometimes be used neutrally to describe any form of mimicry.
• In a broader context, "parrotlike" can also refer to any type of behavior that is overly repetitive or lacking in originality.

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Adjective

1. mechanically imitated or repeated without thought or understanding
   • a mere parrotlike word-calling process
   • a voice quality sounding parrotlike